DL-Tartaric Acid (Racemic) from Germany
DL-Tartaric acid is the racemic mixture of D- and L-tartaric acid, chemically defined as tartaric acid under HTS 2918.12.00.00 due to its carboxylic acids with alcohol function. Used in pharmaceuticals and as a chiral resolving agent in organic synthesis.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include stereochemistry details in COA; racemic form must not be confused with L-tartaric for duty purposes
• Check REACH/TSCA compliance for chemical imports; register if annual volume exceeds 10,000 lbs
• Avoid packaging that suggests retail sale, which could shift to chapter 38 preparations